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Record Midterm Fundraising Shows Democratic Candidates Trailing Republican Super PACs

Campaign finance filings from October 2026 show record fundraising in this midterm cycle, with Republican Super PACs and affiliated groups building a larger war chest than Democrats even as polling favors Democrats in many races.

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Oct 23, 12:45 PM theatlantic.com The Paradox of Midterm Fundraising
Oct 22, 5:59 AM economist.com The midterms’ fundraising figures tell a surprising story
Oct 21, 1:26 PM ft.com Republicans head into midterms with huge spending advantage
Oct 20, 7:12 AM newrepublic.com Dems and GOP Differ in One Big Way When It Comes to Cash
Oct 19, 1:45 AM npr.org Democratic candidates and Republican Super PACs drive record fundraising this midterm